General Manager (Eye Hospital)

Black & Grey HR Consultancy FZE; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare consultancy in the UAE is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a premier hospital in Dubai. This leadership role involves overseeing operations, driving expansion, and enhancing patient care and profitability. Ideal candidates will have substantial executive leadership experience in the ophthalmology sector, with a strong track record in managing and scaling healthcare facilities. The position offers a competitive executive compensation package and the chance to influence the future of healthcare in the region.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity for leadership impact

Involvement in growth and modernization initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of executive leadership experience in the ophthalmology sector.
• Proven ability to manage and scale family‑owned or boutique eye hospitals.
• Strong financial management expertise with hands-on budgeting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a roadmap for hospital expansion.
• Oversee daily management and ensure service delivery standards.
• Drive financial performance through budgeting and cost optimization.

Skills

Executive leadership experience

Financial and operational management

Strategic mindset

Fluency in English

Ability to capitalize on growth opportunities

Job description

Black & Grey HR is partnering with a premier hospital in Dubai to recruit an experienced and strategic General Manager to lead operations, drive expansion, and position the hospital for long‑term success. This role presents an exclusive opportunity for a seasoned General Manager, CEO, or COO with strong business acumen to take charge of a well‑established healthcare institution. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of managing and scaling family‑owned hospitals in the UAE or GCC region, optimizing operational efficiency, and implementing growth strategies that enhance patient care and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Growth: Develop and implement a comprehensive roadmap for hospital expansion, franchise opportunities, and operational excellence.
• Hospital Operations: Oversee daily management, ensuring seamless service delivery, regulatory compliance, and a high standard of patient care.
• Financial Stewardship: Drive financial performance through effective budgeting, cost optimization, and P&L management.
• Expansion & Market Positioning: Identify and execute strategies to scale the hospital’s presence in the UAE and beyond.
• Stakeholder & Investor Relations: Establish and maintain strong relationships with healthcare authorities, investors, and key industry stakeholders.
• Innovation & Modernization: Implement advanced technologies and industry best practices to enhance healthcare services and maintain a competitive edge.
• Leadership & Culture: Lead and mentor a high‑performing executive team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years of executive leadership experience in the ophthalmology sector, with a focus on hospital operations and strategic expansion.
• A proven ability to manage and scale family‑owned, mid‑size, or boutique eye hospitals within the UAE or GCC.
• Strong financial and operational management expertise, including hands‑on experience in budgeting, cost control, and revenue growth.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities in the healthcare sector.
• A deep understanding of healthcare transformation, patient‑centered care models, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Executive Compensation Package: A competitive salary and benefits.
• Strategic Leadership Role: A unique opportunity to shape the future of a leading healthcare institution.
• Growth & Innovation: The chance to drive hospital expansion and modernization initiatives.

This role is ideal for a results‑driven leader with the expertise and vision to elevate healthcare services and operational efficiency. If you are prepared to take on this challenge and make a lasting impact on the UAE’s healthcare landscape, we invite you to apply.

To express your interest, please submit your application, highlighting your leadership experience and strategic contributions to hospital growth and expansion.